This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at his home on Arctic Crescent, Va. Beach, Va., this 14th day of March, 1933, in accordance with request made by self for wife, Mr. [2056], through Active Member Mr. [257] of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Gertrude Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Mildred Davis and L. B. Cayce.

TEXT

1. EC: Yes, we have the body, [298].
2. Now, as we find, the conditions in the present are rather problematical, and should there be the recurrence of the third stroke little may be expected to be done to prevent the disturbance reaching those proportions where separation may come about.
3. Then, from the very nature of the conditions, the seriousness in the present situation, the surroundings that make for hindrances in doing those very things that we find would be the better, we would add this - which should not be found to be objectionable to any that has the welfare of the individual in mind:
4. We would use this as a combination or compound, as a massage for the whole cerebro-spinal system; especially to the locomotary centers - that is, the brachial plexus, the lumbar and sacral plexus; massaging this thoroughly into these specific places or centers, as well as over the extremities (arms and limbs.)
5. To 1/2 gallon of regular gasoline, add in the order given (dissolving that necessary for dissolving):

   Camphor Gum (dissolve this)............1/2 ounce,
Oil of Cedar.............................1 ounce,
Oil of Mustard.........................1/2 ounce,
Oil of Sassafras.......................1/2 ounce.

6. The last item (sassafras) does not mix well with the others; so the whole solution should be shaken well together before it is poured out for use, for it separates.
7. In the massaging, it would be well that this be done - preferably - in the evenings. While this will make some glow or superficial circulation more active, this - to be sure - is much or greatly desired for such a condition.
8. With those stimulations for the heart's action, for the sustaining of the general circulation, for the sustaining of vitality through the diet and the attendant conditions, as we find, this should not only bring about a staying off of further attacks but gradually - through the continued use of same from time to time - dissolve and maintain a more equalized and a better coordinated nerve and blood supply through the activities the compound gives to the superficial circulation, particularly. The penetrating qualities of the solution will also stimulate better muscular and cartilaginious activities throughout the whole system, and bring about bettered conditions.
9. After this has been used, and there are resuscitating measures begun in the next fifteen days (should this be used and stay the condition) we would give further instructions.
10. The condition, as seen, is not that wholly which has made for a settling or a drying in the brain center itself. Rather in those centers and ganglia where impulses, as well as circulation, become impaired.
11. Do that. Ready for questions.
12. (Q) What is causing this trouble?
    (A) As given, stroke - paresis.
    Do as we have outlined, and we would begin at once with this. There should not be any hindrances from at least giving this, with that being administered, a fair trial.
13. We are through for the present.

    Copy to Mr. [2056] - (Phoned ingredients for massage & mailed
    Copy to File reading special delivery - GD)

BACKGROUND

1. Husband Mr. [2056] [43 yrs. of age] had previously secured rdgs. for himself, his father [4670], and son [2060].
2. 3/10/33 EC heard while in N.Y. that Mrs. [298] had suffered a stroke and had been in the hospital but now was home again.
3. 3/13/33 Husband [2056]'s ltr.: "She has been getting alone very nicely until last Thursday, when she had a serious setback. We have grave doubts now of her being able to pull through. So, like everyone else, I'm turning to you for help and advice... Is there any special treatment? Will the body recover? Will the recovery be complete? If only partial, what part or parts of the body will be permanently disabled?" [5/02/33: "Going thru menopause past year or so."]

REPORTS

1. 3/20/33 Husband [2056]'s ltr.: "You will be pleased to know that the prescription has apparently helped Mrs. [298]. Immediately after talking with Miss Davis on the phone I went home and prepared the liniment. Showed it to the doctor who has been treating Mrs. [298] and he thought it might help; certainly couldn't hurt her in any way. We have been using it every night since. It surely is powerful stuff (I mean for the fellow who does the massaging and has to smell it).
   "Mrs. [298] seems to be getting on nicely. Her pulse is not quite so strong, but then that is to be expected, seeing what she has gone through. It has been very strong right along. We find she can still use her right leg as much as she could before the last attack, although the nurse doesn't let her, until she has regained some of her strength.
   "Mrs. [298] becomes very blue at times and impatient at the slowness of her recovery. Seems to have the feeling that she won't get well. Of course we try to cheer her out of it, but not with any great success. At other times she is very cheerful. The leg at present is causing her a great deal of pain, caused by the contracting of the muscles. (Similar to a muscle cramp, I suppose.) Heat and massaging bring relief after a time, but the pain is quite severe. (We massage the arm and leg, as well as the body, with the prescription given in the rdg.)
   "It has been a long, hard pull, since the first of December, and all indications are that it will be a still longer pull before Mrs. [298] is well again... I'm very grateful to you for your help."
2. 3/25/33 Husband obtained 298-2 for her, answering questions.

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